Washington Federal, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Washington Federal Bank, National Association that provides lending, depository, insurance, and other banking services in the United States. The company accepts deposit products, including business and personal checking accounts, and term certificates of deposit, as well as money market accounts and passbook savings accounts. It also provides single-family residential, construction, land acquisition and development, consumer lot, multi-family residential, commercial and industrial, commercial real estate, home equity, and consumer loans. In addition, the company offers insurance brokerage services, such as individual and business insurance policies to customers and general public; holds and markets real estate properties; mobile and internet banking services; debit and credit cards; and acts as trustee. It serves consumers, mid-sized and large businesses, and owners and developers of commercial real estate. As of September 30, 2020, the company had 234 branches located in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas. Washington Federal, Inc. was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
IPO Year:
Exchange: NASDAQ
Website: wafdbank.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6/2025 | $35.00 → $32.00 | Buy → Neutral | DA Davidson |
| 10/21/2024 | $40.00 | Outperform → Mkt Perform | Keefe Bruyette |
| 12/8/2023 | $32.00 | Equal-Weight | Stephens |
| 3/15/2022 | $43.00 | Neutral → Buy | DA Davidson |
Fastest customizable press release news feed in the world
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Q1 Highlights $64 Million $0.79 0.96% 10.6% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Tangible Common Equity1 "We are off to a solid start in fiscal 2026, with a 10% increase in earnings per share on a linked quarter basis and a 46% increase compared to the same period last year. Earnings were driven by a steady margin, increases in other income and lower expenses. Increases in delinquent and non-performing loans have our full attention, yet current levels reflect normal stress in a diversified po
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), the parent company of WaFd Bank, announced that Colin Murphy has joined the organization as Regional President for Northern Oregon. In this role, Murphy will lead the bank's commercial and retail banking strategy across the region, with a focus on client relationships, team development, and community engagement. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260108976904/en/Colin Murphy, Regional President, Northern Oregon Murphy brings more than 22 years of banking experience to WaFd Bank, including over 15 years dedicated to commercial banking. Most recently, he led a commercial bankin
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of 27 cents per share. The dividend will be paid December 5, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of November 21, 2025. This will be the Company's 171st consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of WaFd Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market businesses, commercial real estate, residen
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Fiscal Year Highlights $226 Million $2.63 0.84% 9.20% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Tangible Common Equity (1) Fourth Quarter Highlights $61 Million $0.72 0.91% 9.99% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Tangible Common Equity (1) "We finished Fiscal 2025 trending in the right direction with an improving margin, a significant increase i
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), parent company of Washington Federal Bank ("WaFd Bank"), today announced that it has been designated as a Preferred Lender with the U.S. Small Business Administration ("SBA"), a significant milestone that allows the bank to deliver faster, more efficient financing solutions to small businesses. The SBA Preferred Lender Program grants select financial institutions increased authority to approve, close, and service SBA-guaranteed loans. This designation streamlines the lending process, reducing wait times and providing small businesses with faster access to the capital they need to grow and succeed. It is reserved for lenders with a proven track rec
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of 27 cents per share. The dividend will be paid September 5, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of August 22, 2025. This will be the Company's 170th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of Washington Federal Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank dba WaFd Bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market businesses, comm
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Q3 Highlights $62 Million $0.73 0.92% 10.2% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Tangible Common Equity "The third quarter delivered strong core earnings driven by improved margin and resultant net interest income. Our cost of funds in dollars decreased 6.5% on a linked quarter basis, benefiting from lower rates on deposits and reduced borrowings as we chose to shrink the balance sheet. We have found loan demand to be tepid at best, as many borrowers are waiting for more certainty before star
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of 27 cents per share. The dividend will be paid June 6, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of May 23, 2025. This will be the Company's 169th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of Washington Federal Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank dba WaFd Bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market businesses, commercial re
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Q2 Highlights $56 Million $0.65 0.82% 7.68% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Average Common Equity "In the second quarter of fiscal 2025 our margin bounced back, expenses declined, and bottom-line results improved for shareholders. We are enthusiastic about the shift toward business banking we implemented last quarter and are pleased to see early successes including 382 new small business loans originated through our branches (compared to none in the prior quarter), merchant processing referrals increasing 125% on a linked quarter basis, and our in
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced an increase to the regular quarterly cash dividend to 27 cents per share. The dividend will be paid March 7, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of February 21, 2025. This will be the Company's 168th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of Washington Federal Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank dba WaFd Bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market b
Analyst ratings in real time. Analyst ratings have a very high impact on the underlying stock. See them live in this feed.
DA Davidson downgraded WaFd, Inc. from Buy to Neutral and set a new price target of $32.00 from $35.00 previously
Keefe Bruyette downgraded WaFd, Inc. from Outperform to Mkt Perform and set a new price target of $40.00
Stephens initiated coverage of WaFd, Inc. with a rating of Equal-Weight and set a new price target of $32.00
DA Davidson upgraded Wash. Federal from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $43.00
Insider purchases reveal critical bullish sentiment about the company from key stakeholders. See them live in this feed.
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
8-K - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Filer)
8-K - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Filer)
8-K - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Filer)
8-K - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Filer)
8-K - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Filer)
8-K - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Filer)
8-K - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Filer)
8-K - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Filer)
Insider transactions reveal critical sentiment about the company from key stakeholders. See them live in this feed.
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
4 - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Issuer)
Live finance-specific insights
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Q1 Highlights $64 Million $0.79 0.96% 10.6% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Tangible Common Equity1 "We are off to a solid start in fiscal 2026, with a 10% increase in earnings per share on a linked quarter basis and a 46% increase compared to the same period last year. Earnings were driven by a steady margin, increases in other income and lower expenses. Increases in delinquent and non-performing loans have our full attention, yet current levels reflect normal stress in a diversified po
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of 27 cents per share. The dividend will be paid December 5, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of November 21, 2025. This will be the Company's 171st consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of WaFd Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market businesses, commercial real estate, residen
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Fiscal Year Highlights $226 Million $2.63 0.84% 9.20% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Tangible Common Equity (1) Fourth Quarter Highlights $61 Million $0.72 0.91% 9.99% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Tangible Common Equity (1) "We finished Fiscal 2025 trending in the right direction with an improving margin, a significant increase i
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of 27 cents per share. The dividend will be paid September 5, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of August 22, 2025. This will be the Company's 170th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of Washington Federal Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank dba WaFd Bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market businesses, comm
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Q3 Highlights $62 Million $0.73 0.92% 10.2% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Tangible Common Equity "The third quarter delivered strong core earnings driven by improved margin and resultant net interest income. Our cost of funds in dollars decreased 6.5% on a linked quarter basis, benefiting from lower rates on deposits and reduced borrowings as we chose to shrink the balance sheet. We have found loan demand to be tepid at best, as many borrowers are waiting for more certainty before star
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of 27 cents per share. The dividend will be paid June 6, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of May 23, 2025. This will be the Company's 169th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of Washington Federal Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank dba WaFd Bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market businesses, commercial re
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Q2 Highlights $56 Million $0.65 0.82% 7.68% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Average Common Equity "In the second quarter of fiscal 2025 our margin bounced back, expenses declined, and bottom-line results improved for shareholders. We are enthusiastic about the shift toward business banking we implemented last quarter and are pleased to see early successes including 382 new small business loans originated through our branches (compared to none in the prior quarter), merchant processing referrals increasing 125% on a linked quarter basis, and our in
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced an increase to the regular quarterly cash dividend to 27 cents per share. The dividend will be paid March 7, 2025, to common shareholders of record as of February 21, 2025. This will be the Company's 168th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of Washington Federal Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank dba WaFd Bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market b
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD): Q1 Highlights $47 Million $0.54 0.69% 6.42% Net Income Diluted Earnings per Common Share Return on Average Assets Return on Average Common Equity Net Interest Income and NIM $155 million net interest income for the quarter compared to $173 million in Q4 FY24. Net interest margin at 2.39% for the quarter compared to 2.62% for Q4 FY24. Credit Quality Non-performing assets at 0.3% of total assets - similar to prior quarter. No provision booked for the quarter and NCOs were minimal.
Today, the Board of Directors of WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), announced a regular cash dividend of 26 cents per share. The dividend will be paid December 6, 2024, to common shareholders of record as of November 22, 2024. This will be the Company's 167th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of Washington Federal Bank, a federally insured Washington state chartered commercial bank dba WaFd Bank that operates branches in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California. Established in 1917, the bank provides consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small- to middle-market businesses, commercial re
Live Leadership Updates
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), the parent company of WaFd Bank, announced that Colin Murphy has joined the organization as Regional President for Northern Oregon. In this role, Murphy will lead the bank's commercial and retail banking strategy across the region, with a focus on client relationships, team development, and community engagement. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260108976904/en/Colin Murphy, Regional President, Northern Oregon Murphy brings more than 22 years of banking experience to WaFd Bank, including over 15 years dedicated to commercial banking. Most recently, he led a commercial bankin
SEATTLE, Jan. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD), the parent company of Washington Federal Bank ("WaFd Bank"), and Luther Burbank Corporation (NASDAQ:LBC, "Luther Burbank"))), the parent company of Luther Burbank Savings, jointly announced today that they received the required regulatory approvals from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions for Luther Burbank Savings to be merged with and into Washington Federal Bank, and from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System for Luther Burbank to be merged with and into WaFd, Inc., on the terms and subject to the conditions of the Agreement and Plan of
WaFd, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD), the parent company of Washington Federal Bank ("WaFd Bank"), and Luther Burbank Corporation (NASDAQ:LBC, "Luther Burbank"))), the parent company of Luther Burbank Savings, jointly announced today that they received the required regulatory approvals from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions for Luther Burbank Savings to be merged with and into Washington Federal Bank, and from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System for Luther Burbank to be merged with and into WaFd, Inc., on the terms and subject to the conditions of the Agreement and Plan of Reorganization, dated as of November 13, 202
Washington Federal, Inc. (NASDAQ:WAFD) (the "Company"), parent company of Washington Federal Bank, National Association ("WaFd Bank") today announced its board succession planning and the expected timeframes. Two directors, Chair Thomas Kelley and Dr. Barbara Smith, will not be nominated for re-election to the board in January 2022, consistent with the Company's director retirement policy. In anticipation of this transition, the board is pleased to announce that Director Stephen Graham will be appointed Chairman of the Board following the January 2022 annual meeting. Chairman Kelley commented, "We are very pleased with the direction of WaFd Bank and believe that Mr. Graham is uniquely qual
This live feed shows all institutional transactions in real time.
SC 13G/A - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - WAFD INC (0000936528) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - WASHINGTON FEDERAL INC (0000936528) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - WASHINGTON FEDERAL INC (0000936528) (Subject)